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Mention the location and function of juxtaglomerular apparatus.


The juxtaglomerular apparatus is a microscopic structure in the kidney, which regulates the function of each nephron. It is named for its proximity to the glomerulus, it is found between the vascular pole of the renal corpuscle and the returning distal convoluted tubule of the same nephron. 

It is important in regulating blood pressure, body fluid and electrolytes.


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Multiple Choice Questions

Cells present in the inner lining of kidneys are :

  • podocytes

  • choanocytes

  • pinocytes

  • nephrocyte


Liquid, which collects in Bowman's capsule is

  • water and sulphates

  • water and glycogen

  • plasma minus blood protein

  • concentrated urine


Diabetes insipidus is caused due to the lack of

  • ADH

  • ACTH

  • insulin

  • glucagon


Name the condition when the concentration of ketone body increases in urine.

  • Acromegaly

  • Diabetes mellitus

  • Diabetes insipidus

  • Cushing's disease


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What is glycosuria?

  • Low amount of sugar in urine

  • Low amount of fat in urine

  • Average amount of carbohydrate in urine

  • High amount of sugar in urine


Ducts of Bellini are present in :

  • liver

  • kidney

  • intestine

  • medulla oblongata


Short Answer Type

Write two functions of juxtaglomerular apparatus.


Multiple Choice Questions

Which of the following is impermeable to water?

  • Vertical limb of loop of Henle

  • Descending limb of loop of Henle

  • Ascending limb of loop of Henle

  • Both 'a' and 'b'


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Volume of urine is regulated by

  • aldosterone

  • aldosterone and testosterone

  • ADH

  • aldosterone and ADH


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